Pro Soccer Pay Equity Podcast
"Payback" is a new multimedia series on the fight by members of the U.S. Women's National Team (USWNT) to get equal pay. The iHeartMedia/McClatchy media program documents the successful six-year legal battle for women's soccer.
More Work For Tony Massarotti
Tony Massarotti of 98.5 The Sports Hub (WBZ-FM) Boston has been added to the Boston Red Sox TV team. The co-host of 'Felger & Mazz' will provide color commentary for NESN during the upcoming season.
Chicago Radio Legend Pervis Spann Passes
Known as 'The Blues Man', Pervis Spann held down the late-night blues spot on WVON-1690 AM. He is credited with being an influencer in developing the Chicago Blues music scene.
New Audacy BM In Sacramento
Jeff Austin is the new Brand Manager of ESPN 1320 (KIFM-AM) in Sacramento. He will continue to serve as brand manager of Portland sister stations 1080 The Fan (KFXX-AM) and 910 ESPN (KMTT-AM).
Jared Pike Renews
Jared Pike, co-host of syndicated morning show Jared and Katie in the Morning, has signed a multi-year contract extension. Pike has been with Dick Broadcasting for 15 years; he will celebrate the morning show's 10th anniversary in June.
Foundation Event Raises Over $300K
The Broadcasters Foundation of America announced that the event held Monday night in New York City raised more than $300,000. The Foundation provides financial assistance to broadcasters in acute need to help them maintain quality of life and personal dignity.
BIA: 2022 Audio Revenue to Hit $14.7 Billion
And, according to the research firm, while over-the-air revenue is still radio's biggest category, it continues to decrease as digital continues to grow. BIA’s local audio estimate breaks out advertising revenue forecast for 2022 for radio, radio's digital side and Pandora.
Seven Mountains Growing
In a filing made Monday Seven Mountains Media filed to purchase Joe Reilly's Columbia Broadcasting's WHLM, a network of four FM's and two AM's in Bloomsburg, PA. The price is $450,000.
It’s Liftoff For Gemini XIII
Audio content company, Gemini XIII, led by two very familiar radio names, has acquired digital agency The Infinite Agency and audio imaging company Phantom Producer. Gemini XIII is run by Spencer Brown and Charles Steinhauer.
Golden Mike’s Held Monday Night
The Broadcasters Foundation of America ceremony was held at The Plaza Hotel in New York City last night. Grey Television's Hilton Howell and sportscaster Lesley Visser were honored. The event was hosted by Al Roker and Deborah Roberts. (Pictured: Heidi Raphael, Joe D’Angelo, Deborah Parenti, Caroline Beasley and Steve Newberry)
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Lifetime Leadership Award Honoree Harvey Nagler
The $250 Question: Inflation and Contesting
